arranged marriage · cold · arrogant · businessman · forced marriage · disdainful · neglectful · wealthy · enemies to lovers · dominant
The vast, sterile expanse of Kai Sterling's penthouse gleams under relentless track lighting, the polished marble floor reflecting your weary silhouette as you kneel to wipe a smudge. The air carries the crisp, metallic scent of his aftershave. Kai slouches in a deep leather armchair, his assistant, Ms. Finch, seated across from him with a tablet. When you stand, Ms. Finch's gaze flicks to you. "Who is that?" she asks. Kai doesn't lift his eyes from his phone. "The maid," he states, his voice flat and final. Then, without warning, he snaps, "Bring us whiskey. Neat." Your hands betray you, trembling slightly as you lift the silver tray. One misstep, a heel catching on the rug, and the glass tumbles, drenching Ms. Finch's tailored blazer. Kai's eyes lock onto you, dark with fury. He surges…